Seasonal Dragons take on the characteristics of the season during which they are born. Thus, eggs that are laid in spring match the pink flowers and green buds of spring, and those that are laid in the summer grow to depict the bright green of the forest trees and the yellow of the sun. Eggs laid in autumn display the bright colors of leaves falling from trees, and those that are laid during winter take on the appearance of the icy snow.

Dragons are highly-intelligent reptilian creatures that—from a human perspective, at least—appear to live forever. Many different varieties of dragon exist, each with their own unique qualities, habitats, and behavior. Adolescence in dragons is usually marked by the growth of a hatchling’s wings, although not all breeds of dragons grow wings and some breeds have other traits that indicate the beginning of maturation. In Galsreim, dragons and humans coexist peacefully.

The Freani-eplith, or Friends of the Forest, are a guild that has sworn to protect the forest and all who pass through it. There are four "divisions" within the guild: The Guardians, The Cloud Guard, The Earth Guard, and The Bloodseekers.

The Guardians do as their name suggests: they guard the land and the humans that pass through it. Members of the Guardians are often strong and proud of their power.

While most Guardians respond to danger as it happens, Noruinir acts as an escort, dissuading potential threats simply by being around. Noruinir is quite cheerful and outgoing, providing both company and security for the traders and travelers that pass through the the forest. He takes great pride in his effectiveness and likes to inform anyone who will listen that it's a proven fact caravans accompanied by a stout, well-muscled Summer dragon are much less likely to be robbed.